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The Politics of Woody Guthrie
It's true, the writer of "This Land is Your Land" was actually a dedicated Communist. Read on for more about the politics of America's greatest folk singer.
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Ten Facts: Woody Guthrie's Childhood
Woody Guthrie's tragic childhood made him the man that he grew to be. Below are ten facts, integral and interesting, about the Folk legend.
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Woody Guthrie in New York City
From "California to the New York Island," Woody Guthrie traveled America. In New York City, he went from being a folk musician to being the leader of the Folk Scene.
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2007 Ottawa Folk Festival
The 14th edition of the Ottawa Folk Fest, Thursday Aug. 16 to Sunday Aug. 19, is undergoing a facelift, thanks to new executive director Tamara Kater
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Current Events Reflected in Woody Guthrie Songs
Listening to Woody Guthrie songs now illustrate how history really does repeat itself. From a major economic crisis to politics, these songs could be from today's news.
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Award-Winning Author Elizabeth Partridge
Elizabeth Partridge's award-winning books and her comments on writing non-fiction and on writing for children. Information on her books on Woody Guthrie and John Lennon.
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The Taming of "This Land Is Your Land"
This Land Is Your Land, one of the most patriotic of songs, was once a sharp commentary on the wealthy and jingoistic. Read on for The Taming of This Land Is Your Land.
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The Best Folk Work Song Playlist for Labor Day
Suite101 compiles the greatest work songs in Folk Music to celebrate Labor Day and the people who made it possible.
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Bob Dylan's 1964 TV "Quest"
Of the many television programs featuring Dylan over his career, none match Quest, which features some of the greatest songs the folk singer ever wrote.
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Choice Cuts: November 2004
MUSIC REVIEWS! Featuring Crystal Brandt, Jake Brennan & The Confidence Men, Peter Case, Entrance, Fingathing, William Lazarus, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, xrayok, and "My Favorite Song Writers."
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Kate Smith Sings "God Bless America"
She sang Irving Berlin's prayerful "God Bless America" for the first time on her radio show in 1938 and it became an overnight sensation, and is still sung to this day.
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Bruce Springsteen Signs Deal With Wal-Mart
The Boss's latest deal with Wal-Mart has his fans scratching their heads and wondering "Did Bruce Springsteen sell out?"
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New York City, Greenwich Village, and Folk Music
New York City is the unofficial home of American Folk Music, as folkies through the 20th century have gone there to find like hearts and share their music.
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Nobel Peace Prize for Pete Seeger?
Pete Seeger has been a pivotal voice in American and World politics for 70 years. But does he deserve a Nobel Peace Prize for it?
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The Folk Music Revival in the 1960s
History and analysis of musicians and songwriters of 1960s folk music.
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CD Review: Bowery Songs by Joan Baez
A review of Joan Baez's latest CD Bowery Songs which features live versions of her classics as well as songs from newer releases.
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Counter-Culture Celebrates 90 Years
The counter-culture stepped back into the spotlight when Pete Seeger celebrated his 90th birthday with a little get-together in his hometown of New York City.
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Ramblin' Jack Elliott Returns
4/5: Country-folk legend Ramblin' Jack Elliott returns with an introspective new album that tackles such lofty themes as aging, dying and opium dens.
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Album Review: Monsters of Folk
The debut from Monsters of Folk is out, but does it live up to the hype?
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Bob Dylan's Unreleased Songs
After 14 official "Bootleg" discs, there remain dozens of songs written or performed by Bob Dylan not commercially availble, including early 1960s acoustic gems.
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Bruce Springsteen Album, Working On A Dream
New Bruce Springsteen album, Working on a Dream, released with E Street Band delivering both pure pop on "My Lucky Day" and acoustic masterpiece on "The Wrestler."
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Elvis Perkins: Ash Wednesday
5/5: Elvis Perkins' Ash Wednesday balances poetic, introspective lyrics and strong, catchy melodies. It's a stunning debut for this up-and-coming musician.
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Find Obama Victory T-Shirts Online
The T-shirts and buttons sporting the name of a political candidate usually disappear after an election. Not so with Barack Obama T-shirts.
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Ginsberg and Dylan, Seekers
In Bob Dylan's 1978 film "Renaldo and Clara", Allen Ginsberg portrays a religious father figure. The real-life links between the two were more intriguing.
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John Steinbeck's Philosophy on Human Strength
John Steinbeck created his own American "holy sperit" just like his characters in The Grapes of Wrath.
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Lineup For New York's Clearwater Festival Set
Pete Seeger's festival for the Hudson looks to be a fine show this year, headlined by Folk Music legend Arlo Guthrie.
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Poetry and the Blue Moon in Seattle
Poetry was alive and well at the University District Blue Moon Tavern, Seattle, WA, in the 50's and 60's. It's still in business today.
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Rock Music for Cool Babies, Toddlers and Kids
Now that many rock artists and their bands are maturing and started families, they are branching out to create music for kids too- music that you can enjoy together!
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Traditional Influences on Contemporary Music
Folk music's influence can be seen all over modern music. Below are three songs that had a tremedous impact on the music of today.
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What is Folk Music?
Folk Music has been with us since the beginning, the realm of the workers and common people. The history of Folk is the history of civilization.
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Where Have All the Pete Seegers Gone?
The times are changing, and in these new times, new methods of protest have encroached upon music's old domain. Where are the protest singers of this generation?
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1960 (Part III: Folk and Bob Dylan)
This week, we take a look at one of the behind-the-scenes trends of the early 60's: folk. Specifically, we look at Bob Dylan, who's major folk work was done between 1960-1964. We see what got him where he is, and why he was so important.
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Folk Musician Odetta Passes Away at 77
Odetta was one of the greatest voices of the 20th century. The civil rights activist passed away on Decmeber 2, 2008, in New York City.
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Grammy awards - Kids Music
Join me in a review of the Grammy nominees for kids.
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The Thanksgiving Ceremony by Edward Bleier
Add a formal, participatory Thanksgiving ceremony to reflect on blessings enjoyed, remember those no longer at the table and set goals for the future to the family feast.
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The True Story of the Cocaine Blues
The use of cocaine by workers along the Mississippi River leads to its inclusion in Delta culture and in its music. Read on for the history of Cocaine in American Music.
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Trains in American Folk Music
Suite101 takes ride along with the trains of America, and the songs inspired by them.
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Valentine Songs for Everyone
With Valentine's Day approaching, it's a good time to make a playlist of love songs that think outside the box.
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What is Americana Music?
Suite101 answers the question, "What is Americana Music?" with defintions, history, and recomended listening
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Astrology – Moon in Cancer
The sensitive, intuitive Cancer-moon person is drawn to places, objects, and relationships that are reminiscent of the past.
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Early Influences, Part II: The Legends
A look at five of Rock's founding fathers who sent countless performers on their way and set the stage for the greatest music of all time. Featured here are Robert Johnson, Jelly Roll Morton, Willie Dixon, Lead Belly and B.B. King.
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Famous American Trains in Folk Music
Some lucky trains are given names. The luckiest are given songs. Read on for Wabash Cannonball, Midnight Special, Orange Blossom Special, and the City of New Orleans
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Fun With Math, 1999
A playful statistical debacle, where we prove winners losers and losers winners. (And everyone's a winner.)
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Michael Bloomfield
The sad, dazzling story of the first white guitar god.
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Review of 2009 Clearwater Festival
The weather refused to cooperate, but the 2009 Clearwater Festival remained a success, with concert goers dancing through the raindrops and singing along.
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1960s Music: Answer Songs, Parodies, and Death Tunes
A look at parodies (or spoofs), answer songs, and the short-lived fad of death tunes
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